Application

Eligibility

To be considered for participation in the Washington Semester Program, students must meet the following criteria:

• 3.0 minimum cumulative grade point average.
• At least Junior class standing by the term of participation.
• Good disciplinary standing.
• Completion of the Federal and Georgia Constitution requirement.

Application Instructions

Complete and submit the application form. The application form and supporting materials may be submitted electronically, mailed or delivered in-person to the Washington Semester Program office.  In addition to the form, students must submit (1) an official transcript, (2) a resume including the contact information for at least two references, (3) a 500-word, typed personal statement indicating why they wish to participate in the program and (4) the course enrollment form which is included with the application. (Please note: You must enroll in a minimum of 12 hours during the semester.)

Students enrolled at other University System of Georgia universities are eligible to participate in the program.  Click here for more information.

Each term has a rolling deadline. Students who submit all application materials by the priority deadline will be considered first.

Fall 2012 Timeline
March 1, 2012- Priority Deadline for Fall 2012 Applications
March 5-23, 2012- Priority Applicant Interviews
April 25, 2012- Fall 2012 Campus Orientation
August 29, 2012- Arrival in Washington, DC
September 4, 2012- Internships Begin
December 21, 2012- Departure from DC

Spring 2013 Timeline
April 16, 2012- Early Submission Deadline for Spring 2013 Applications*
September 17, 2012- Priority Deadline for Spring 2013 Applications
September 19-28, 2012- Priority Applicant Interviews
December 5, 2012- Spring 2013 Campus Orientation
January 2, 2013- Arrival in Washington, DC
January 7, 2013- Internships Begin
April 20, 2013- Departure from DC

*Students who submit complete applications by this deadline will interview and receive notification by May 4, 2012.


2012-2013 Washington Semester Program Fees

Please note:  The 2012-2013 fees have not been established.  For your reference the 2011-2012 Program Fees are listed.

All participants must pay the following fees to the University of Georgia:

• In-state Tuition and Fees: Rates vary based on year and program.
  
• Program Fee**: $5,250.
  
• Estimated Monthly Expenses***: $700-$900
  

Financial Aid and Scholarships

The University of Georgia Foundation (UGAF) generously provides all Washington Semester Program students with a minimum $500 scholarship.  Additionally, the UGAF allocates scholarship funds for students who demonstrate financial need.

Other student financial aid and scholarships may be used to pay for program costs. In order to be considered for need-based aid offered by the program, students must file an up-to-date FAFSA.  Contact the Office of Student Financial Aid to determine if your current means of financial assistance can be used to pay for program-related costs.

In addition to UGA fees, students are responsible for travel to and from Washington and all related living expenses that are not included in the program fee (i.e. meals).